UNARMED Retail Security Guard at Zip Security

San Diego, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must possess a valid California BSIS Guard Card
  • Must have a valid Powers to Arrest (PTOA) certificate
  • Must pass a background check
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Strong verbal communication and observation skills
  • Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
  • Prior experience in retail security, loss prevention, or similar roles preferred

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a visible deterrent, dressed professionally in uniform
  • Maintain an engaged and professional personality, liking working with people/customers
  • Provide terrific customer service
  • Stay professionally dressed, maintain good hygiene, and be groomed
  • Be active and visible in stores, spending most time at front end (entrances/exits)
  • Show up on time and check in with management, ready to work
  • Greet all customers (e.g., "Welcome to/Thank you for Shopping at ...")
  • Be alert, observe, and report suspicious activity; be engaged and offer assistance
  • Communicate clearly
  • Walk employees out to their car if requested
  • Abide by all policies (e.g., receipts/breaks, cell phone use, shoplift policy, no weapons)
  • De-escalate situations and treat everyone with courtesy, dignity, and respect

Skills

BSIS Guard Card
Powers to Arrest Certificate
Customer Service
Loss Prevention
Retail Security
Observation Skills
Verbal Communication
Professional Demeanor

Zip Security

Cybersecurity solutions for small businesses

About Zip Security

Zip Security provides cybersecurity solutions specifically designed for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Their platform simplifies the implementation of cybersecurity measures by transforming expert knowledge into an easy-to-use interface, allowing businesses with limited IT resources to effectively manage their cybersecurity needs. The software serves as a centralized tool for endpoint protection and compliance, enabling companies to generate necessary documentation for standards like SOC2 and ISO 27001. Unlike many competitors, Zip Security focuses on making high-quality security affordable and accessible through a subscription-based model, offering tiered plans that cater to various security needs and budgets. The company's goal is to empower smaller organizations by providing them with the tools they need to protect their digital assets and comply with industry regulations.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$7.5MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
CybersecurityIndustries
11-50Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options

Risks

Intense competition from established firms offering similar solutions to SMBs.
Potential customer churn if platform updates lag behind evolving threats.
Dependence on continuous funding rounds for growth and innovation.

Differentiation

ZipSec targets SMBs, an underserved market in cybersecurity solutions.
The platform simplifies compliance with SOC2 and ISO 27001 standards.
ZipSec offers tiered subscription plans, allowing businesses to scale security as needed.

Upsides

Rising demand for SMB cybersecurity due to increasing cyber threats.
Growing interest in compliance automation tools among organizations.
Increased need for endpoint protection due to the rise of remote work.

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